Posted in Uncategorized on May 13, 2024|
Thanks to everyone who came out to bird with us this year! Birders viewed 27 different species in the Back Bay Fens, including black and white warblers, northern parula, and black throated green warblers. For the full list, visit: https://ebird.org/checklist/S173916949
Special thanks to Nature Man Mike for his guidance and expertise. To view more from Mike including his upcoming walks, visit: https://www.instagram.com/naturemanmike or https://www.facebook.com/naturemanmike
Posted in Uncategorized on May 12, 2024|
Dear Members and Friends:
Back from Spring Break – plenty of news to share:
Spring is here! We’re offering a few nature based events for the community, please join us for a Bird Walk on Sunday May 12th, Urban Tree Talk on Thursday, May 16th, and the Annual Flower Share on Saturday, May 18th.
The FCA Flowershare for members is Saturday, May 18th.
Thanks to all who have renewed their membership, and welcome new members!
We are delighted that Northeastern University will continue this event as a longstanding tradition and partnership that provides Fenway residents flowers to beautify window boxes and gardens. See below for details.
FCA’s “Year of the Tree” initiative.
Tree #1 has been planted! Behind the scenes, we’re working to get grants for street tree plantings and care, and support Boston’s Urban Forest Plan. Join us to hear more on Thursday, May 16th (see below).
CHAIR YOGA started May 9th, repeats each Thursday through August 29, 10-11 a.m. Symphony Park. Full details below in ONGOING section
UPCOMING
Sunday, May 12 at 7:30 a.m., Birds of the Back Bay Fens, Guided Bird Walk with Nature Man Mike, Back Bay Fens – Meet at the Japanese Bell outside the Kelleher Rose Garden (by the footbridge across from the Museum of Fine Arts).
Thrill to the sight and sound of the array of birds that inhabit the Back Bay Fens each spring. All levels welcome. Bring binoculars (flyer attached)
Monday, May 13, 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM, Wentworth Institute of Technology IMP 2024-2034, Public Meeting | Virtual Meeting
The BPDA is hosting a virtual Public Meeting to discuss the recently filed 2024-2034 Wentworth Institute of Technology Institutional Master Plan (“IMP”). The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the IMP, the potential projects listed within the IMP, and discuss potential impacts and mitigation. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the public.
How to Participate Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bit.ly/3vomgMU
Tuesday, May 14 – Neighborhood Night at Fenway Park
FCA and other civic groups will be honored on the field before the first pitch! We might have a few tickets to distribute… watch your email for details!
Thursday, May 16, 6-8 p.m. Boston’s Urban Forestry Program – free talk “Looking Up to Trees: Growing Boston’s Urban Forestry Program” at Steve Heck Room, Berklee College of Music, 1140 Boylston Street, Boston
The FCA is coordinating with Boston’s Urban Forestry division to present an in-person talk about street trees and the city’s Urban Forestry Plan. Bring a friend! (flyer attached)
Saturday, May 18 – 2024 FCA/NEU Annual Flower Share
For those who registered, pick up at your requested location and time:
West Fenway: 9:30-11:00 a.m., Exterior of the Fenway Victory Gardens, 1200 Boylston Street
East Fenway: 9:00-10:30 a.m. Exterior of Fenway Center, 68 St. Stephen Street
ONGOING
Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution
Next date: 5/22 – at 2 locations:
West Fenway – Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston (enter-Jersey)
East Fenway – Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for all dates and both locations! Volunteer
Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Chair Yoga at Symphony Park
https://www.boston.gov/calendar/parks-fitness-bcbs-chair-yoga-nicole
Thursdays – Park Fitness: Chair Yoga with Michelle – 10-11:00 a.m. Symphony Park, 39 Edgerly Road. Repeats each Thursday until August 29. Participate in a free fitness class offered by a certified instructor. Classes are sponsored by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and the Boston Public Health Commission.
MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic – 2-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates, East Fenway, in Morville House, 100 Norway Street. Offerings may include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19, flu, and pneumonia vaccines.
RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park concert schedule
BPDA ACTIVE PROJECTS
“Under Review”: 2 Charlesgate West, Fenway Corners (West), Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street
See you around!
Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood
Posted in Uncategorized on April 29, 2024|
Dear Members and Friends:
We are happy to announce
Tree Number 1
of
FCA’s Year of the Tree initiative
has been planted!
On Wednesday, April 24th, we planted a beautiful sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) in the Back Bay Fens, Fenway Victory Gardens central lawn.
Hooray for #1! Long may you thrive!
THANK YOU to those who made it possible:
Thank you, FCA members – your contributions fund this initiative.
And many thanks to the people and organizations who ‘got it done’!
The FCA is coordinating with Boston’s Urban Forestry division to present an in-person talk about street trees and the city’s Urban Forestry plan in May. We’ll also continue working with partners to provide street tree care and work days in Ramler Park. Dates to be announced soon!
Read about Boston’s Urban Forest Plan.
Thank you!
Let’s keep it growing!
Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood
Posted in Uncategorized on April 22, 2024|
Dear Members and Friends:
EARTH DAY is April 22 A good day to commit to a plan for positive change.
This year, the FCA is focused on our “Year of the Tree” initiative. Behind the scenes, we’re working to get grants for street tree plantings and care, and support Boston’s Urban Forest Plan. On the streets, we’ll be organizing care teams, and hope you will join us. With the undeniable effects of climate change upon us, we can expect warmer and wetter weather, more frequent and potentially more dangerous floods. Trees can help absorb water, reduce runoff of potentially harmful chemicals into our waterways, act as air filters, create shade and lower our urban heat island temperatures, and increase the eco-health of multi-species. Watch for future events including talks and street tree care days this year! We’re counting on your help.
Trees can improve our lives by reducing heat island effects-among other benefits. The Fenway is a high priority zone for planting (see map of Boston below), as we have four overlapping prioritization indicators: Environmental Justice; Low existing canopy; High level of Heat Event Hours; Historically Marginalized Area. Read more in the Fenway/Longwood Plan.
The FCA is coordinating with Boston’s Urban Forestry division to present an in-person talk about street trees and the city’s Urban Forestry plan in May – details to come. We’ll also continue working with partners to provide street tree care and work days in Ramler Park – dates to come.
Environmental impacts from Spring cleaning? Make sure to recycle responsibly! Thanks to the City’s Waste Reduction team for their Recyling Presentation for Fenway. Take a moment and review the city’s recycling policies here. Did you realize that black plastic trays (the kind you get your takeout food in) are NOT recyclable? Do you have paint, mattresses or other problematic items to dispose of? Check the site for Zero Waste Day collections.
A WORD OF THANKS!
The FCA applied for and received a $5,000 Grant from the Red Sox Foundation for support of Fenway Cares. We thank the Red Sox Foundation for this significant gift which is funding for approximately one-week’s worth of food distribution to those in need in the East and West Fenway.
SPREAD THE JOY!
Join us on Thursday, May 2nd from 12pm-8pm for the FIRST EVER JoyWalk!
JoyWalk: A Fenway Cultural District Art Crawl is a new, FREE art initiative started by the Fenway Alliance in partnership with free admission to eight member institutions. Join the Fenway News’ “Urban Detective,” Ed Ballo on one of two hour-long walks through the Fenway. Learn about the public art, architecture, urban development and ecology of what is arguably Boston’s most culturally rich neighborhood. (visit the website for full details)
THE WEEK AHEAD
DEADLINE: Monday, April 22, Comment Period for 2 Charlesgate West project
Make your voice heard by providing your comments here
The 2 Charlesgate West development proposal is currently under review. Comments are open through April 22. This large project abutting sensitive parkland and low-rise apartments is seeking considerable zoning relief from the City. A public meeting was held April 4th, where many citizens voiced concerns on the current proposal. The meeting was recorded, and is accessible here: Public Meeting Recording
Wednesday, April 24, Fenway Cares Food and Healthcare (see details below)
Saturday, April 27, Family Bike Day | Boston.gov
On Saturday, April 27, join Boston Bikes for a Family Bike Day in Franklin Park!
The event includes on-bike skill-building for children and adults, free bike checks, and a family-friendly bike ride. The event will take place at Franklin Park’s Shattuck Picnic Grove. The rain date is Sunday, April 28, 2024. Free lunch for those who register!
UPCOMING
Birds of the Back Bay Fens, Guided Bird Walk with Nature Man Mike
Sunday, May 12 at 7:30 a.m., Back Bay Fens – Meet at the Japanese Bell outside the Kelleher Rose Garden (by the footbridge across from the Museum of Fine Arts).
Thrill to the sight and sound of the array of birds that inhabit the Back Bay Fens each spring. All levels welcome. Bring binoculars
Date changed from Wednesday, April 24, to new date:
Monday, May 13, 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM, Wentworth Institute of Technology IMP 2024-2034, Public Meeting | Virtual Meeting
The BPDA is hosting a virtual Public Meeting to discuss the recently filed 2024-2034 Wentworth Institute of Technology Institutional Master Plan (“IMP”). The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the IMP, the potential projects listed within the IMP, and discuss potential impacts and mitigation. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the public.
How to Participate Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bit.ly/3vomgMU
Bike to work Day – Friday May 17th – Celebration at City Hall Plaza
2024 FCA/NEU Annual Flower Share
Saturday, May 18th – hours vary per site.
We are delighted that Northeastern University will continue this event as a longstanding tradition and partnership that provides Fenway residents flowers to beautify window boxes and gardens.
The FCA Flowershare for members in good standing.
Please renew your membership in order to participate. Details were emailed.
ONGOING
Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until supplies last, Fenway Cares – Food Distribution Next date: 4/24
Fenway Cares takes place at 2 locations on the same day:
West Fenway – Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston (enter-Jersey)
East Fenway – Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for all dates and both locations! Volunteer
MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic – 2-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates, East Fenway, in Morville House, 100 Norway Street. Offerings may include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19, flu, and pneumonia vaccines.
RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park concert schedule
BPDA ACTIVE PROJECTS
Currently, there are 5 projects in the Fenway “Under Review”: 2 Charlesgate West – comments due on 4/22; Fenway Corners (West), Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street
See you around!
Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood
Posted in Uncategorized on April 18, 2024|
Dear Members and Friends:
Thanks for attending the FCA Annual Meeting on Wed Apr 10th!!!
It was great to gather with neighbors and elected officials to review our many successes, and to announce our “Year of the Tree” initiative. Thanks to the City’s Waste Reduction team for a presentation on recycling in Boston, view it here: Recyling Presentation for Fenway.
Some photos from the FCA Annual Meeting
THE WEEK AHEAD
Street Sweeping Resumes – be in the know and avoid a tow!!
RED SOX 2024 season printable schedule
THE BIG EVENT!!! THE BOSTON MARATHON – MONDAY APRIL 15TH !!!!!
BOSTON MARATHON Monday, April 15th
Get ready for one of the city’s most exciting events.
The official guide
Official Boston Marathon website
The unofficial guide to a Marathon of fun!
Ways to Celebrate the Boston Marathon
Transport issues – parking restriction – travel advisories – T service
2024 Boston Marathon Traffic Advisory
Boston Marathon Guide | MBTA User Guides.
FOLLOW our local FENWAY CARES Runner!
Nehal Munshi’s bib number is 30645. Follow Nehal on the BAA site or with the BAA app which can be downloaded from this site: Boston Marathon
UPCOMING
2024 FCA/NEU Annual Flower Share, Saturday, May 18th
We are delighted that Northeastern University will continue this event as a longstanding tradition and partnership that provides Fenway residents flowers to beautify window boxes and gardens.
The FCA Flowershare for members in good standing.
Please renew your membership in order to participate. Details were emailed.
Monday, April 22, Comment Period closes for 2 Charlesgate West project
The 2 Charlesgate West development proposal is currently under review. Comments are open through April 22. This large project abutting sensitive parkland and low-rise apartments is seeking considerable zoning relief from the City. A public meeting was held April 4th, where many citizens voiced concerns on the current proposal. The meeting was recorded, and is accessible here: Public Meeting Recording
Wednesday, April 24, 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM, Wentworth Institute of Technology IMP 2024-2034, Public Meeting | Virtual Meeting
The BPDA is hosting a virtual Public Meeting to discuss the recently filed 2024-2034 Wentworth Institute of Technology Institutional Master Plan (“IMP”). The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the IMP, the potential projects listed within the IMP, and discuss potential impacts and mitigation. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the public.
How to Participate Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bit.ly/3vomgMU
SAVE THE DATE
Birds of the Back Bay Fens, Guided Bird Walk with Nature Man Mike
Saturday, May 12 at 7:30 a.m., Back Bay Fens – Meet at the Japanese Bell outside the Kelleher Rose Garden (by the footbridge across from the Museum of Fine Arts).
Thrill to the sight and sound of the array of birds that inhabit the Back Bay Fens each spring. All levels welcome. Bring binoculars
ONGOING
Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until supplies last, Fenway Cares – Food Distribution Next date: 4/24
Fenway Cares takes place at 2 locations on the same day:
West Fenway – Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston (enter-Jersey)
East Fenway – Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for all dates and both locations! Volunteer
MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic – 2-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates, East Fenway, in Morville House, 100 Norway Street. Offerings may include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19, flu, and pneumonia vaccines.
RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park concert schedule
BPDA ACTIVE PROJECTS
Currently, there are 5 projects in the Fenway “Under Review”: Fenway Corners (West) ,Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 2 Charlesgate West, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street
See you around!
Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood
Posted in Uncategorized on April 12, 2024|
Dear Members,
We are thrilled to continue our longstanding tradition of partnership with Northeastern University to bring flowers to Fenway residents.
To help access for East and West Fenway residents, this event will provide pick ups at two locations on May 18, 2024.
Flowers are available to all FCA members – if you have not yet returned your membership dues, we hope you will do so soon.
Please complete the flower sign-up below by May 3rd to ensure your flowers will be ready!
Sign up form at:https://forms.gle/QSZUtT4pz79w1Pnh7
Date: May 18, 2024
Details: Map with locations and times here
East Fenway: Fenway Center (68 St. Stephen Street) parking lot, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
West Fenway: Exterior of Fenway Victory Gardens (1200 Boylston Street), 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
See you at the share!
Posted in Uncategorized on April 9, 2024|
Dear Members and Friends:
APRIL is an active time in the Fenway!!!
First and foremost, it’s time for our FCA Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 10. And no joke, though started on April 1st, street sweeping has resumed – make sure to move your car to avoid ticketing and towing. In sports news: the RED SOX opener is Tuesday, April 9 at 2:10 pm v. the Orioles, and The Boston Marathon is Monday, April 15th. To round out the fun, your Federal and State taxes are due Wednesday, April 17th Current Tax Filing Season Overview | Mass.gov.
We look forward to spending an evening with you, please join us!
Fenway Civic Association Annual Meeting
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:00 p.m.
at the
School of the Museum of Fine Arts
at Tufts University
230 The Fenway
6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Social Time
Meet & Greet with light refreshments
The program begins at 6:30 p.m.
with a recap of FCA civic projects over the past year,
and neighborhood goals for 2024 and beyond.
Dennis Roache will present the evening’s featured discussion on:
“Waste Reduction: Where do You Fit In”
ways we can improve the Fenway’s environmental impact.
https://www.cityofboston.gov/publicworks/sweeping/ Please be aware that street sweeping has resumed. You can check your street and cleaning dates to ensure you don’t get ticketed and towed, it can really ruin your day! The city does offer a great automated reminder service, so you get notified the day before your neighborhood or street is swept. Log in and register to get notified.
Get ready for one of the city’s most exciting events. Please be aware there will be street closures and transportation disruptions. The 55 bus will be suspended for the day. Here is info from the T https://www.mbta.com/guides/marathon-guide. Official Boston Marathon website: Check here for spectator info. CITY OF BOSTON has the 2023 street closures up here – waiting for the page to update to 2024, but will be similar.
Congrats, Nehal Munshi on reaching your $5,000 fundraising goal for your Boston Marathon Run to support FENWAY CARES – The need is great, and pledges are still being accepted! bit.ly/FenwayCaresRun
A SPECIAL THANK YOU to Maggie Van Scoy – best wishes on your new endeavors, as you move on from the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services liaison position. We extend our heartfelt thanks for all your work in our neighborhood!
THE WEEK AHEAD
Wednesday, April 10, Fenway Cares (see detail below)
Wednesday, April 10, 6 pm, Fenway Civic Association Annual Meeting, we look forward to seeing you. Flyer below.
ONGOING
Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until supplies last, Fenway Cares – Food Distribution Next date: 4/10
Fenway Cares takes place at 2 locations on the same day:
West Fenway – Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston (enter-Jersey)
East Fenway – Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for all dates and both locations! Volunteer
MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic – 2-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates, East Fenway, inside Morville House, 100 Norway Street. Offerings include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19, flu, and a limited number of pneumonia vaccines.
MBTA Current Service Alerts: Thankfully, it seems all the Green Lines are running – with some elevator work going on at select stations. The Orange line from Ruggles to Forest Hills will see weekend closures this month for maintenance, with free commuter rail service to cover this. Click here to see CURRENT service alerts. And remember, the Boston Marathon will cause major transportation disruptions.
RED SOX – For 2024 event dates and schedules, click on the following: 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park concert listings for 2024: concert schedule
UPCOMING
Monday, April 22, Comment Period closes for 2 Charlesgate West project
The 2 Charlesgate West development proposal is currently under review. Comments are open through April 22. This large project abutting sensitive parkland and low-rise apartments is seeking considerable zoning relief from the City. A public meeting was held April 4th, where many citizens voiced concerns on the current proposal. The meeting was recorded, and is accessible here: Public Meeting Recording
Wednesday, April 24, 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM, Wentworth Institute of Technology IMP 2024-2034, Public Meeting | Virtual Meeting
The BPDA is hosting a virtual Public Meeting to discuss the recently filed 2024-2034 Wentworth Institute of Technology Institutional Master Plan (“IMP”). The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the IMP, the potential projects listed within the IMP, and discuss potential impacts and mitigation. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the public.
How to Participate Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bit.ly/3vomgMU
ARTS & RECREATION
Kaji Aso Studio. The 35th International Haiku Contest submissions are due on April 15, 2024 Please check their site for details.
DEVELOPMENT – BPDA Changes
On March 27, the City Council passed the Planning Department Ordinance to create a City of Boston Planning Department, with a vote of 8 approved – 3 opposed – and 2 abstained. Closely related, the Home Rule Petition will soon be heard in the Statehouse. It was over 60 years ago that Planning functions were taken out of the City to form the BRA to focus on urban blight. Questions now center on the structure and oversight of a new Department.
BPDA ACTIVE PROJECTS
Currently, there are 5 projects in the Fenway “Under Review”: Fenway Corners (West) ,Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 2 Charlesgate West, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street
See you around!
Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood
Posted in Uncategorized on April 7, 2024|
Posted in Uncategorized on March 26, 2024|
Dear Members and Friends:
March is WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
April is time once again for our Annual Meeting!
Congrats, Nehal on reaching your fundraising goal for your Boston Marathon Run to support FENWAY CARES – The need is great, and pledges are still being accepted! We are so proud of your efforts, and wish you the best on Marathon Day! Please make your pledge here: bit.ly/FenwayCaresRun (flyer below)
THE WEEK AHEAD
Wednesday, March 27, Fenway Cares (see detail below)
Wednesday, March 27, City Council meets on BPDA to City Planning Department vote (see below)
ONGOING
Coffee Hour with Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services liaison, Maggie Van Scoy: Fridays – Locations rotate and include Fenway, for up-to-date information, visit: https://www.boston.gov/calendar/back-bay-beacon-hill-mission-hill-and-fenway-kenmore-liaison-coffee-hours
Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until supplies last, Fenway Cares – Food Distribution Next date: 3/27
Fenway Cares takes place at 2 locations on the same day:
West Fenway – Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston (enter-Jersey)
East Fenway – Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for all dates and both locations! Volunteer
MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic – 2-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates, East Fenway, inside Morville House, 100 Norway Street. Offerings include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19, flu, and a limited number of pneumonia vaccines.
MBTA Current Service Alerts: Click here to see CURRENT service alerts.
UPCOMING
Thursday, April 4, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM, 2 Charlesgate West Public Meeting
The 2 Charlesgate West development proposal is currently under review. Attend the meeting to see the current proposal and partake in live discussion. Comments are open through April 22. This large project abutting sensitive parkland and low-rise apartments is seeing considerable zoning relief from the City. For further details, please review the proposal on the project page, and/or join the meeting.
Saturday, April 6th, annual Northeastern off-campus Spring Clean-Up. This event celebrates a successful year of weekly litter clean-ups and seeks to include our off-campus student leaders, student residents, and Boston community members in a day of beautification projects across neighborhoods.
ARTS & RECREATION
Kaji Aso Studio announces arts offerings and special events announced via their emailing list. The 35th International Haiku Contest submissions are due on April 15, 2024 Please check their site for details.
DEVELOPMENT – BPDA DISCUSSION
BPDA DISCUSSIONS
The City of Boston Ordinance creating the City of Boston Planning Department is being put up for a vote this Wednesday, 3/27, by the City Council. Closely related, the Home Rule Petition will soon be heard in the Statehouse. It was over 60 years ago that Planning functions were taken out of the City to form the BRA, to focus on urban blight. Questions now center on the structure and oversight of a new Department.
BPDA ACTIVE PROJECTS
Currently, there are 5 projects in the Fenway “Under Review”: Fenway Corners (West) ,Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 2 Charlesgate West, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street
See you around!
Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood
Posted in Uncategorized on March 19, 2024|
Dear Members and Friends:
It’s a quiet week following St. Patrick’s Day – take some time to explore the Fenway and events around the neighborhood:
Take advantage of this one of a kind museum and its cultural events by attending a free event- with an evening of music, romance, and art, including a performance with Fabiola Mendez & Trio and saxophonist Jonathan Suazo in the courtyard.
Open Monday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., the Emerald Necklace Conservancy’s Shattuck Visitor Center is located in the Back Bay Fens at 125 the Fenway, across the street from the Museum of Fine Arts. The visitor center is both an educational resource about the parks and a gathering place for the community. A hub of activity, you’ll find a variety of free things to do in Boston parks at the Shattuck Visitor Center — from walking tours to talks and exhibits.
The Massachusetts College of Art Museum (MAAM) hosts free exhibits and participatory events. Sound interesting? Check out this upcoming event on 3.23 at https://maam.massart.edu/event/make-maam-imagining-futures-41; explore the current exhibit The Myth of Normal: A Celebration of Authentic Expression; or learn about the Suffragettes during Women’s History Month and make your own Fredeom Bluebird by visiting: https://maam.massart.edu/freedom-bluebirds
Learn about women’s contributions to the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston by visiting: https://www.mfa.org/article/2024/highlighting-women-in-the-mfas-history
Don’t forget these important updates:
See you around!
Fenway Civic Association 